If your home was built prior to 2000, it may contain asbestos. This dangerous substance was commonly used in construction materials such as insulation, flooring, and roofing. Asbestos is harmful to human health, and can cause a range of diseases including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

If you suspect that your home contains asbestos, it is important that you take action to have it removed as soon as possible. Asbestos is a hazardous substance that can never be disposed of in general waste bins or landfill sites.